Kitchen Helper, Non-Residential at The Omega Institute

Rhinebeck, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Food Service Experience, Cleaning Support, Dishwashing, Food Preparation, Team Player, Interpersonal Skills, Flexibility, Attention to Detail

Industry

Health;Wellness & Fitness

Description

NOTE: This is a non-residential, seasonal (May - October) position. Before submitting your application, please read our Frequently Asked Questions [https://www.eomega.org/jobs-service/seasonal-staff-volunteer-opportunities#seasonal-staff-faq]. Omega Seasonal Staff Experience Omega’s seasonal staff experience offers the unique opportunity for individuals to contribute professional skills and compassionate customer service while thriving in a vibrant learning-oriented environment. * Contribute Meaningful Work – Join a team of people who are passionate about contributing to a meaningful cause. * Learn and Grow – Enjoy access to specially designed Holistic Education Program [https://www.eomega.org/jobs-service/seasonal-staff-volunteer-opportunities#benefits] classes, trainings, and events. * Immerse in Nature – Explore Omega's beautiful 250-acre campus and amenities [https://www.eomega.org/visit/visit/rhinebeck-campus]. Seasonal Staff Commitment We seek individuals who are committed to providing exemplary work in support of our mission [https://www.eomega.org/about/overview/vision-mission-values-aspirations], and who model our values – Holism, Community, Sustainability, Service, and Integrity. Seasonal staff members represent Omega as excellent stewards of professional and compassionate service. Each interaction with workshop participants, faculty and fellow staff members, creates the Omega experience. Job Description Kitchen Helper, Non Residential: non-exempt, full-time; on average 35 hours per week. Reports to Executive Chef/Executive Sous Chef/Sous Chef. Summary The Omega Kitchen is a large full-scale food production facility. It produces up to 2500 mostly plant-based meals per day as well as a breads and desserts for both the Dining Hall and Café. Kitchen Helpers assist with the production of all meals and the necessary components, including food prep, cleaning, dishwashing and receiving. This will be done with support from the Cooks, Sous Chefs, Executive Sous Chef and Executive Chef and other kitchen helpers. It is the responsibility of the Kitchen Helper to maintain a clean and safe kitchen at all times. This includes following New York State Department of Health codes, as well as all H.A.C.C.P. regulations for storage and cooling. Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. * Ability to be flexible in learning all areas of production needed to produce every item for all meals, excluding hot cooking. * Provide regular cleaning support to all areas of kitchen. * Dishwashing. * Assist the cooks in the preparation and production of meals (e.g. breakfast, lunch, dinner, or prep). * Label and store prepared items in proper location. * Provide support to other kitchen stations as needed. * Work with knives, equipment with moving blades, open stovetop flames, hot ovens, steam and oil. * Assist in the daily receiving process. * Other duties as assigned by Supervisor. Work Details * This position functions in Omega's Kitchen/Dining Hall on the Omega Campus. * This is a full-time position, 35 hours a week. Weekend and evening availability are required. Schedules may vary based on operational needs, and flexibility is essential to ensure adequate coverage during peak times and events. Physical Requirements * Ability to frequently move items that weigh 30-50lbs for various needs. * Ability to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time * Ability to traverse a hilly campus in diverse weather conditions * Ability to position self to perform diverse job tasks as necessary * Ability to communicate information and ideas so that others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. * Ability to workin a constant state of alertness and safe manner. * Ability to observe details at close range. Required Experience/Qualities * At least 6 months food service experience. * Timely, reliable and service oriented individual. * Excellent interpersonal skills. * Team player. * Alignment with Omega's mission, goals and core values. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice. Compensation Seasonal staff work full-time for six months, between early-May through late-October. Seasonal staff receive a compensation package that includes: * Wage * One delicious meal [https://www.eomega.org/visit/visit/rhinebeck-campus/meals] during each work shift * Access to Omega’s staff benefits [https://www.eomega.org/jobs-service/seasonal-staff-volunteer-opportunities#benefits] This compensation package is at minimum equivalent to the New York State minimum wage. ---------------------------------------- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Omega complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable New York State or local laws. Consistent with those requirements, Omega will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability if such accommodation would allow the individual to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the job, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. Omega Institute for Holistic Studies, Inc. (“Omega”) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, New York State, and local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. As a community of learners, we are committed to putting our organizational aspirations into practice, as outlined in our [https://www.eomega.org/about/more/justice-equality-diversity-inclusion-statement%22%20%5Ct%20%22_blank]Justice Equity Diversity Inclusion (JEDI) Statement. [https://www.eomega.org/about/more/justice-equality-diversity-inclusion-statement] Omega strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of actual or perceived race; color; creed; age; religion; national origin; citizenship status; sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions); gender (including gender identity); sexual orientation; disability; marital status; partnership status; familial status; status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking, or sex offenses; genetic predisposition; veteran’s status; military status; or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws, regulations, or ordinances. All Omega employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

Responsibilities

Kitchen Helpers assist with the production of meals and necessary components, including food prep, cleaning, dishwashing, and receiving. They are responsible for maintaining a clean and safe kitchen while following health codes and regulations.